Research

Our research focuses on the laser pyrolysis synthesis of nanoparticles and the development of advanced nanomaterials for applications in energy, biomedicine, sensing, and environmental protection. We design and tailor nanostructured materials with controlled composition, morphology, and surface properties to meet the requirements of emerging technologies.

Main Research Directions

• Energy-related nanomaterials
We develop nanofluids for enhanced heat transfer, nanostructured films and coatings, and functional materials for energy conversion and storage, including materials for proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) and Li-ion/Na-ion batteries.
• Biomedical nanomaterials
Our work includes magnetic and hybrid nanoparticles, especially iron-based systems, designed for theranostic applications, including intracellular drug delivery and diagnostic use.
• Sensors and environmental applications
We investigate metal oxide nanoparticles and nanostructured coatings for the detection of volatile organic compounds and pollutant gases, as well as for catalysis and environmental remediation.
• Photocatalytic nanostructures
We develop doped TiO₂-based materials including doped and mixed oxides including those visible light activated for photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants
• Self-assembled and hierarchical nano/microstructures and heterostructures
We develop self-assembled photonic colloidal crystals with curved surfaces and ionic self-assembled aggregate architectures for applications in photonics, optics, and sensing.

Research Goal

Our goal is to create innovative nanomaterials with tunable properties and high performance, addressing current challenges in sustainable energy, healthcare, environmental monitoring, and advanced functional devices.

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Nanoparticle synthesis by using high versatile and reliable research tools and techniques: the laser pyrolysis / LCVD techniques

Laser synthesis of nanostructures (particles/encapsulated, composites) and their functionalization (targeting magnetic, biocompatible and catalytic properties):

- carbon-based nanoparticles and nanotubes;

- iron/iron oxide and titanium/titanium oxide-based nanoparticles;

- iron-carbon nanocomposites / encapsulated iron/iron oxide/siloxane polymer nanoparticles